Photos: First glimpse of the UA women's basketball team on the court
Arizona women's basketball hosted a local media day on September 30, 2026. After an open practice, players and head coach Becky Burke talked with the media about the upcoming season.
UA women's basketball media day
Molly Ladwig looks to make the pass as she’s defended during a practice at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
UA women's basketball media day
Gerda Raulusaityte, left, and Sumayah Sugapong high-five each other after making a good play during a practice in McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
UA women's basketball media day
Becky Burke, head coach, speaks to reporters after a women’s basketball practice at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
UA women's basketball media day
James Ewing, associate coach, left, and Aliyahna "Puff" Morris chat after a practice at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
UA women's basketball media day
Todd Starkey, associate head coach, shouts out to players as they run a drill during a practice at McKale Center UA in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
UA women's basketball media day
Team members jump and cheer as they watch their teammates execute a drill during a women's basketball practice at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
UA women's basketball media day
Gerda Raulusaityte plays defense during a practice in McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
UA women's basketball media day
Makayla Presser-Palmer eyes the ball during a practice at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
UA women's basketball media day
Arynn Finley watches the actions and prepares to defend during a practice in McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. on September 30, 2026.
Mamta Popat
Photojournalist
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